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Staff Registered Nurse (RN) Job, Part Time Nights, 24-Hours, WOW Program, Emergency Department
Putnam CTPosted Yesterday
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Job Description
Job Id:
14010012312025W
# of Openings:
1
Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department (ED)
Part Time Night Shift (24 Hours | 7:00pm - 7:00am) – Putnam, CT
Day Kimball Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency
Department in Putnam, CT. This role provides emergent, high-acuity care for
patients presenting with undifferentiated and potentially life-threatening
conditions requiring rapid assessment, stabilization, and intervention. This
position includes a one-time sign-on bonus of up to $25,000 (not part of base
pay).
Clinical Overview
The Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for
diagnosing responses to actual or potential health problems and providing basic
emergent, supportive, and restorative care through use of the nursing process.
Our nursing model is relationship-based, supporting individualized
patient-centered care while operating in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
requiring strong clinical judgment, prioritization, and rapid decision-making.
Job Responsibilities
Accountable for planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all
phases of nursing care for assigned patients in our Emergency Department
Assesses the health status of patients/families by means of comprehensive
health history and physical examination
Initiates selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultations, and
laboratory examination, interprets findings, and alters plan of care according
to collaborative practice agreement and protocols in designated area
Educates and counsels in the areas of health promotion, maintenance, disease
prevention, and management of acute/chronic illnesses
Documents findings and plan of care in the patient's medical record
Consults with physician per established Day Kimball Hospital policy
Intervenes to provide a safe environment and evaluates effectiveness of
intervention for patients
Education and Experience Requirements
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required
Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of Connecticut is required
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent
is required; if not currently certified, must obtain within three (3) months of
employment
Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to recognize unsafe and life-threatening situations and how to
intervene appropriately
Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, effective communication,
organizational skills, problem solving, and ability to make appropriate
independent decisions
Working knowledge of applicable Standards of Practice
Demonstrated compassionate customer service and ability to meet the needs and
expectations of patients and health care colleagues
Solid foundation in evaluating plans of care and reformulating as necessary
Registered Nurse Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision
Pharmacy Plan
Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
Vacation Time
Sick Days
Paid Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Additional Benefits
About Day Kimball Health
For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare
provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and
compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare
provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while
maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families.
We are committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative clinical
environment where nursing professionals can grow, advance, and deliver
exceptional patient care.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all
applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age,
disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Day Kimball Health
is a smoke free environment.
Closing Statement
Join our Emergency Department team as a Registered Nurse and provide
high-acuity emergency care in a fast-paced clinical environment focused on
teamwork, patient safety, and clinical excellence.
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